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Mandatory Drug Testing for Special Government Employees in Sensitive Positions.

New rules mandate drug testing for individuals seeking special government employee positions and for current employees in such roles. Failing a test could lead to ineligibility for employment or removal from civil service for at least 12 months. This aims to enhance security and trust within the public sector.
Key points
All new applicants for special government employee positions must undergo drug testing before starting service.
Current special government employees in sensitive positions will be subject to random drug testing.
A positive drug test result leads to ineligibility for appointment or removal from civil service for at least one year.
The rules apply to positions involving classified information, national security, or requiring a high degree of trust.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_2578
Sponsor: Rep. Sherrill, Mikie [D-NJ-11]
Process start date: 2025-04-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Drug Testing for Special Government Employees Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_2578.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-04-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • All new applicants for special government employee positions must undergo drug testing before starting service.
  • Current special government employees in sensitive positions will be subject to random drug testing.
  • A positive drug test result leads to ineligibility for appointment or removal from civil service for at least one year.
  • The rules apply to positions involving classified information, national security, or requiring a high degree of trust.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Sherrill, Mikie [D-NJ-11].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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